After Brian Henderson from KATS-FM's Todd & Hendo morning show called out the Yakima Police Department's response to a recent spate of violent crimes, YPD spokesman Mike Bastinelli offered to come on the show and answer some questions.He showed up Wednesday morning -- here's some of that convers…

The Yakima Police Department is asking for your help in identifying the suspect(s) in a security camera video depicting a robbery. It was taken at the 7-11 store on 16th Avenue and Summitview Avenue last Wednesday.

A 55-year-old Florida (!) woman will now be able to feed her incarcerated daughter's drug habit in person.KTRK-TV is reporting that Nadine Carroll was caught mailing a synthetic opioid - Buprenorphine - to her 27-year-old daughter Shannon Carroll who is currently in the same jail for possession…

Earlier today, I swung by my old (new!) high school in West Valley for an awards presentation. As I strode to the main entrance, I saw a number of people in white lab coats, armed with clipboards, cameras and other equipment surveying an area adjacent to front doors that had been cordoned off with y…

The town of Pasco has lifted its juvenile curfew. According to the Tri-City Herald, the City Council dropped the ordinance last week after concluding the 22-year-old curfew was unenforceable and possibly unconstitutional.The city's action raises a similar question for Yakima.

Surely, by now, you've heard of "life hacks." Since we're living in Yakima, Andy and I thought we'd present, as a public service, little helpful tips for those residing in our valley that may be useful. Call it a "Yak Hack," if you will.

Organizers of a gathering this weekend say it's time for Yakima to stand as one and take back the community.Yakima Unity is hosting a free "Stop the Violence" event this Saturday (April 30) from 1-4 p.m. Miller Park. 513 N. Third St...